Monthly Archives: March 2009

In taking a Clinical pregnancy test, is it true that a positive result usually comes quicker than a negative?

Chelsea H asked: I took a pregnancy test a week ago in a family planning clinic and they told me they still don’t have the result. They also said that positive results usually show up early as compared to negative. … Continue reading

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What are some great pregnancy and parenting books?

jenny c asked: I already have the “What to expect when you are expecting” series, what else was useful for you? What books on parenting have been worth buying for you? What about pregnancy books? Which ones could you not … Continue reading

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What is your experience with trying to conceive after being on the pill?

Angela asked: I’m not trying myself just yet, but I am curious how long it may take when we do start trying. I’ve been on the pill for about 8 years. Will this affect the time it will take to … Continue reading

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What does your early pregnancy cramps feel like?

crzblu3y3z asked: Just a poll I am trying to compare the early pregnancy cramps so what does your early pregnancy cramps feel like? my cramps dont feel like normal period cramps- my reg period cramps are unbareable – these are … Continue reading

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How long after the egg gets fertilized will a pregnancy test detect the pregnancy hormone?

michalinep asked: Does anyone have an estimate or exact time of how long after conception a pregnancy test will detect whatever the pregnancy hormone is in your urine?

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What are the possibilities of pregnancy?

since when asked: I started using the pill about two weeks ago and i missed some. i took them the following day and i did not have *** the days i missed them which is pointless, but anyway. My concern … Continue reading

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How soon does do pregnancy symptoms start?

Bright asked: I had my period at the begining of the month (Sept. 4-9). The last few days I have been waking up very neausous & this morning I had dry heaves. I have an appointment with my GYN next … Continue reading

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Can a pregnancy test read an ectopic pregnancy?

Bella asked: Since hCG is produced due to a fertilized egg which is implanted in the uterus, is there any hCG produced in the case of an ectopic pregnancy? If so is it readable on a pregnancy test? Or if … Continue reading

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When taking FMLA for pregnancy what paperwork do you need to fill out for medical certification?

estephania2182 asked: I am planning on taking 6 weeks short term disability through my work for my pregnancy and I want to take the last six weeks on FMLA leave. What is the process for taking FMLA leave? Do I … Continue reading

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